The Clippers were expected to be a rebuilding team at the start of this season, but what followed was unexpected. After just two games back, Leonard experienced another injury setback. During the last game, after the Clippers were hit with a 14-0 run by their opponents, Leonard decided to rest on the bench and subsequently left the court. Fans who understand Leonard know that this must indicate a recurrence of his physical problems; otherwise, he wouldn't have left so hastily. Subsequently, based on Leonard's own statements, we realized that Leonard's current injury is truly incurable. Leonard stated, "I'm not sure if my knee issue will be completely healed by then; I also need detailed observation and treatment for my injury." This statement is quite absurd; Leonard himself is unsure about his injury. Such a statement is contradictory; he is prepared to take time off for injuries at any moment in upcoming games. Leonard is openly misleading the Clippers. Now, fans understand that the Spurs were extremely generous with Leonard in the past. They gave him multiple opportunities, but Leonard still refused to disclose his injury issues and caused a series of uncooperative incidents off the court. Currently, despite earning the highest salary within the Clippers, he is still unwilling to take on the responsibility of leading the team to victory. Harden is now in the twilight of his career, and it's clearly impossible to rely on him alone to lead the Clippers to a championship. However, given Leonard's current state, expecting him to perform at a high level is also…

The Houston Rockets achieved a significant victory over the Washington Wizards today, with Jalen Green, Shen Jing, and Amen Thompson all performing exceptionally well, securing their second consecutive win and maintaining their position as the second seed in the Western Conference. However, there is another piece of good news that has emerged: Shepard has had a breakout performance. After being demoted to the G League's Vipers by the Rockets, he made his debut today. Shepard finished the game with an impressive stat line of 17 out of 33 shots, including 8 out of 19 from beyond the arc, scoring 49 points, grabbing 5 rebounds, dishing out 6 assists, and making 3 steals. For all Rockets fans, today confirms one fact: Shepard is not just a raw talent; he is a skilled rookie who simply lacks the physicality required. Why did Shepard, who dominated in the Summer League, appear to be a liability on both offense and defense in the NBA? It's not that Shepard isn't capable; it's that his body hasn't kept up with the intensity of the league. Today's performance solidifies the notion that if Shepard can improve his physique to meet NBA standards, he will be able to showcase his talents. In today's game, Shepard displayed confidence in his outside shooting and aggressively attacked the basket, while defensively, he held his own and even served as the primary perimeter defender for the Vipers. Regardless, the G League's level of competition surpasses that of the Summer League. Shepard's ability to exhibit his strengths in this environment validates the Rockets'…

On January 8th, Beijing time, the recently struggling Warriors faced off against the Heat, a team in turmoil, at home. It was expected that the Warriors could win under the leadership of Curry, especially since they were playing back-to-back games against a Heat team without Butler. However, during the game, although Curry scored 31 points and grabbed 7 rebounds, his teammates were not supportive enough. Excluding Curry's 8 out of 17 shots made, the other Warriors players only managed to make 6 out of 33 three-point attempts, with a meager 18.2% shooting percentage. On the contrary, the Heat, also playing back-to-back, had a balanced effort with six players scoring in double figures, grabbing 48 rebounds, and dishing out 32 assists, easily defeating the Warriors 114-98. In the previous game where they were badly beaten by the Kings, Curry shot 8 out of 12, made 4 three-pointers, and scored 26 points with 7 rebounds. When the game was no longer in doubt, Curry sat on the sidelines, draped a towel over his head, and propped his face up with his hand, appearing very frustrated. However, in this game, it was another valiant effort, and Curry wandered around the sidelines for a long time during the last timeout before finally sitting down slowly with the towel covering his head. After this loss, the Warriors have a record of 18 wins and 18 losses, ranking 10th in the Western Conference, just half a game ahead of the Kings. After the game, there was more bad news for the Warriors. Head coach Steve Kerr…

Fan Ziming, once a name filled with high hopes, has now become a lingering pain for Beijing Shougang fans. With a top salary and underperforming like a mole, what has happened to this "big treasure"? In a recent match against Zhejiang, his enthusiastic celebration after scoring an uncontested basket during garbage time left fans both laughing and crying. Is this genuine emotion or simply giving up? Let's take a look at Fan Ziming's statistics. Averaging 7.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 1.5 assists with a shooting percentage of 56.3%, these numbers would be tolerated if he were a role player on a standard contract. However, as a top-salaried player, the contrast with other teams' top-paid centers is stark. Fans vent their frustrations on social media, criticizing and joking about him, with some even calling for his departure. While basketball commentators express their disappointment more tactfully, they too are let down by Fan Ziming's performance. Zhou Qi's return has further complicated Fan Ziming's situation. Previously able to start, he now relies on the coach's mood for playing time. With Zhou Qi on the court, Fan Ziming gets few opportunities. Even when he does play, the two don't mesh well, as if from different worlds. The coach struggles to balance their usage, but the results are not promising. Fan Ziming's transition from core player to benchwarmer is a psychological blow that few could withstand. The controversial "garbage time" celebration further highlights the issue. With Beijing leading by over 20 points and the game decided, Fan Ziming scored easily under the basket and celebrated…

With a $33 million contract, it's finally time to say goodbye to the Clippers! Harden has moved on, but you really should retire. The NBA is a place where talent speaks volumes, and while the numbers on the paycheck don't tell the whole story, they do reflect the vision of team management and the value of the players themselves. Tucker's three-year, $33 million contract initially appears to be a sign of respect for a 39-year-old veteran, but upon closer inspection, it's the aftermath of a "sentimental drama." Sentiments have their price, but competition is merciless. The contract that Tucker secured with Harden's help at the 76ers has now become the heaviest burden for the Clippers, which is truly lamentable. This season, there are numerous examples in the league where exorbitant contracts do not match actual performance. The Timberwolves' record plummeted due to internal adjustments; the Suns lost their soul when Durant left; looking at the 76ers, Embiid earns $49 million but can't lead the team; the Clippers, despite their reputation as a powerhouse, are held back by emotional burdens. And Tucker is the epitome of the Clippers' "emotional debt." Tucker exercised his player option worth $11.54 million this summer, which is reasonable compensation, but the problem is that Tucker can no longer justify these figures on the court. Last season, in 32 games, he averaged only 1.6 points and was almost benched. This season, he has virtually "disappeared," lacking speed on the court, unable to keep up with physicality, and even losing the defensive toughness that once made him famous.…

On January 8th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued with the Houston Rockets visiting the Washington Wizards. In the first quarter, the Wizards took advantage of their home court and established a 10-point lead. In the second quarter, the Rockets staged a remarkable comeback, scoring 37 points with both inside and outside shots, successfully overtaking the score. After halftime, the Rockets grew even stronger, with Green and Shen Jing leading the charge. The Rockets won the third quarter by 16 points, extending the lead to over 20 points. In the final quarter, the Wizards struggled to mount a comeback, allowing the Rockets to easily secure the victory. Ultimately, the Rockets defeated the Wizards 135-112. The Rockets are ranked second in the West, while the Wizards are at the bottom of the East, making them teams of different calibers! Faced with the formidable Rockets, the Wizards were eager to fight but ultimately powerless, falling behind after an initial strong start! Throughout the game, the Rockets dominated the paint with a 62-44 scoring advantage over the Wizards and controlled fast breaks with a 30-21 scoring edge. Additionally, the Rockets forced 18 turnovers with 15 steals, converting them into 35 points; in contrast, the Rockets only committed 10 turnovers, with the Wizards scoring just 13 points off turnovers. Unable to match the Rockets' intensity, the Wizards resorted to heavy reliance on three-point shooting, attempting 40 threes and making 15 with a 37.5% success rate. However, the Rockets managed to bounce back from a slow start, hitting 15 threes at a 39.5% clip,…

A focus match in the CBA regular season saw Guangsha men's basketball team face off against Beijing men's basketball team. Guangsha had already achieved a 14-game winning streak at home, and with Boban available to play, the team had a significant advantage. However, Beijing was without Chen Yingjun and Zeng Fanbo, and would need an exceptional performance from all players to pull off an upset victory. In the first half, Guangsha trailed Beijing 34-42, causing a minor upset. The league leaders, who were expected to be strong contenders, were actually behind Beijing, which was missing two key players. Looking at the score, it was clear that Guangsha's offense was struggling, with poor shooting both inside and outside, few free throws, and seemingly their own issues. It was as if they had used up all their shooting touch in the previous game against Liaoning. Newcomer Boban made a mediocre debut, lacking highlights. Beijing's offense wasn't great either, with low shooting percentages, but they made up for it with strong scoring ability, an advantage in the paint, and twice as many free throws, allowing them to take the lead. The second half saw adjustments, with Knight starting with a traveling violation, Zhang Cairen missing a buzzer-beater, Zhu Junlong missing an open three-pointer, and Jerman finally making a three-pointer. Brown and Hu Jinqiu missed consecutive shots, as did Lei Meng and Jerman from beyond the arc, making scoring difficult. Zhang Cairen broke the scoring drought, Hu Jinqiu finally hit a mid-range shot, Solomon made a three-pointer, Knight failed a strong attack, Brown scored,…

The night of the Spurs' comeback was nothing short of a grand drama on the basketball court! That evening, facing the formidable Blazers, everyone thought the outcome was already clear. As a spectator glued to the screen, I closely watched the scoreboard, my emotions rising and falling like a roller coaster with the progress of the game. Throughout the first three quarters, the Spurs were suppressed and seemed powerless to turn the tide. The Blazers, under Paul's direction, appeared exceptionally stable, once leading by as many as 17 points. However, the charm of basketball lies in its unpredictability; who could have imagined that the outcome would be completely rewritten in the last ten minutes? The fourth quarter began as if it were a dream, with Banama suddenly awakening like a giant, leading the Spurs in an epic counterattack. His movements were swift as the wind, his three-point shots swishing through the net, and his strong attacks inside the paint sweeping across the basket like a whirlwind. Each shot ignited the audience, fans cheering and screaming in waves; at that moment, I felt as if I were in the midst of that vibrant stadium, my heart ablaze with the intensity of the match. Wenban scored 28 points, grabbed 7 rebounds, and dished out 7 assists, converting each offensive opportunity into points, silencing all doubters amidst the shattered defense. The Blazers' situation on the court took a sharp turn for the worse. Just when everyone thought the Blazers' victory was only a matter of time, Paul was ejected from the game due…

This year, the Philadelphia trio has started off with poor results, currently at 14 wins and 20 losses, ranking at the bottom of the Eastern Conference and not even qualifying for the play-in tournament. Embiid often skips games, forming a rest partnership with George. Additionally, since George joined Philadelphia, his statistics have experienced a cliff-like decline. So far this season, George averages only 16.2 points per game, with a shooting percentage of 41.4% and a three-point percentage of 33%. It's worth noting that last season, when playing alongside Harden, George averaged 23 points, with a shooting percentage of 47% and an impressive three-point percentage of 41%. It's unimaginable that in just one year, George's statistics and shooting percentage have declined so significantly. There can only be one explanation: James Harden's enhancement of George. Obviously, Powell has put up similar scoring and shooting percentage numbers to George's last season while playing alongside Harden this year. Does this also suggest that Harden himself boosts the wing players? In the last game against the Suns, George had a shooting percentage of 5 out of 18. This season, George has already had six games with a shooting percentage below 30%. Last season, George played 74 games for the Clippers, with only nine games having a shooting percentage below 30%, and we're not even halfway through the season this year. Without comparison, you wouldn't know, but once you compare, you'll find that George really did decline after leaving Harden. There's no longer anyone around him who can help draw defensive resources to surround and attack,…

Today, the Lakers went on the road to challenge the Mavericks, but ultimately lost to a weakened Mavericks team, suffering a big defeat with a final score of 97:118. The Mavericks scored 118 points without Doncic and Irving, which clearly shows that the Lakers contributed another poor defensive performance. Many fans are dissatisfied with Redick's player selection today because he did not use good players and instead used some ineffective ones. For example, Vincent played 24 minutes today, shooting 0-for-4 with no achievements, unable to defend or score. Many fans wonder why Redick doesn't use Milton, as his three-point shooting ability is something Vincent lacks, and he is a taller player with no worse defensive effect than Vincent. After joining the Lakers from the Nets, Milton was eager to make a difference, but he was abandoned by Redick after only playing four games, which is really inappropriate. Many fans have always believed that Milton is much stronger than Vincent, and large samples can explain many problems. This season, Milton had a three-point shooting percentage of as high as 39% in the Nets, at least he could make three-pointers when on the court, but Redick overestimated Vincent's defensive capabilities. Although Vincent tries hard defensively, it's just a facade, and the actual effect is very poor, with a height disadvantage that cannot be reversed. Therefore, Redick needs to carefully plan how to use players next. Milton must be guaranteed playing time. Although Vincent has had a few good performances this season, the overall sample is too poor, and such a player might…